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On the recordMay 2, 2017
So I think that is a disparity that we need to take a look at and reward those that want to stay and take on greater levels of responsibility.
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Joni Ernst
Republican · Iowa

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Senator Ernst points out the pay disparity between officers and enlisted members.

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